The
1952-1958 Mercedes-Benz Type 300S/Sc were massive but tremendously impressive
short-wheelbase derivatives of Mercedes' flagship sedan series, offering
greater engine power and even better equipment. The initial 300S had a 150-bhp
version of the normal 3.0-liter straight six. The later Sc switched from
carburetors to fuel injection (related to the 300SL system) to obtain an extra
50 horses. Styling was very much in the late-'30s mold. Open versions were
offered both with and without roll-down windows and folding top, and the
fixed-roof coupe had very broad rear quarters and a small rear window.
Pluses
of the 1952-1958 Mercedes-Benz Type 300S/Sc:
- Solid separate chassis
- Thorough, somewhat advanced engineering for the time
- "Gothic" styling for those who like it
- Spaciousness
- Well-equipped
- More power and performance than the 300
- More manageable than the 300
- Milestone status
- This
is one Merc that has held onto most of its soaring early 1990s value.
Minuses
of the 1952-1958 Mercedes-Benz Type 300S/Sc:
- Bulky and tedious in tight spots
- Parts impossible to find
- Not cheap to restore or maintain
- Expensive
Production
of the 1952-1958 Mercedes-Benz Type 300S:
- Coupe: 216
- Convertible: 203
- Roadster: 141
Production
of the 1952-1958 Mercedes-Benz Type 300Sc:
- Coupe: 98
- Convertible: 49
- Roadster: 53
Specifications
of the 1952-1958 Mercedes-Benz Type 300S/Sc:
Wheelbase,
inches: 114.0
Length,
inches: 186.0
Weight,
pounds: approximately 3,600
Price,
new: NA
Engines
for the 1952-1958 Mercedes-Benz Type 300S/Sc: Type Size Horsepower Years ohc
I-6 2,996
cc (183 cid) 150/220 1952-1958
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